Instructional Assistant-Special Education - Kindergarten

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Instructional Assistant-Special Education - Kindergarten

Instructional Assistant-Special Education

Reports to:
Campus Principal

Location:
Shaw Campus

Team:
Special Education

Center City PCS is looking for a self-directed, collaborative Instructional Assistant to support a special education resource classroom. This individual will support the lead special education teacher in a resource classroom for a small group of students with disabilities. We are looking for someone who believes in Center City's mission and values and will strive to provide the highest-quality programming to the students they serve.

The ideal candidate has worked in a similar capacity and has experience working with children with IEPs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Assist the lead teacher in designing and preparing instructional materials and implementing daily lessons that engage all learners and address both grade-level standards and IEP goals

Assist the lead teacher in conducting and organizing ongoing assessments of student performance; collect data on student progress.

Implement scripted interventions as determined by student needs

Assist the lead teacher in implementing academic, social, or behavioral interventions and accommodations as outlined in IEPs and classroom rules

Monitor students in the classroom, hallways, at recess, on field trips, and during other school-related activities

Participate in relevant training as necessary to support students in the classroom and to implement designated instructional programs

Engage parents and families in their child’s academic success by fostering an ongoing relationship centered around hopes and dreams

Engage in regular team meetings with the lead teacher, special education coordinator, and related service providers to discuss student progress and needs

Requirements:

A minimum of 1 year of experience in education (preferred)

Have general technology capacity

References that reflect a high standing with past employers

Able to lift 10 pounds and able to stand for long hours

Center City PCS offers the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance premiums subsidized by the employer
• 401 (k) Retirement Plan with 5% employer match

Center City PCS educators are teachers, mentors, and leaders, they play an important role ensuring each student maximizes their potential.

Ongoing Professional Development

Center City recognizes that our teachers, just like our students, are life-long learners. We also know that investments in employee professional development and career success are significant factors in employee satisfaction. Therefore, we provide extensive professional development opportunities, including workshops, professional learning communities, and coaching to improve the quality of instruction. As educators, we share the ultimate goal of improving student outcomes.

Teacher Voice Matters

Teachers matter at Center City and we take every opportunity to listen and learn. Through informal discussions, gatherings, surveys and networking events, teachers always have an opportunity to share. Center City believes in open and honest communication and we celebrate being an authentic and diverse community.

While every teacher is different, Center City PCS seeks candidates with:

• A bachelor’s or master's degree in an applicable subject area;
• A passing Praxis exam score by OSSE standards for the applicable grade level or subject area; and
• One year of full-time teaching experience, preferably in an urban environment.

Center City PCS continues to partner with TORSH Talent
, an online professional learning platform that supports educator growth through a development cycle of assessment, goal setting, feedback, coaching, and data analysis.